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Published in: Current Cardiology Reports 8/2014

01-08-2014 | Invasive Electrophysiology and Pacing (EK Heist, Section Editor)

Catheter Ablation Guided by Real-Time MRI

Authors: Charlotte Eitel, Gerhard Hindricks, Matthias Grothoff, Matthias Gutberlet, Philipp Sommer

Published in: Current Cardiology Reports | Issue 8/2014

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Abstract

Real-time magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) combines the advantages of excellent soft-tissue characterization in a true 3D anatomical and functional model with the possibility of lesion and gap visualization without the need of any radiation. Therefore, real-time MRI presents a particularly attractive imaging technology to guide electrophysiology studies and catheter ablation procedures. This article aims to provide an overview on current routine clinical application of MRI in the setting of interventional electrophysiology. Furthermore, development of real-time MRI guided electrophysiology studies and first experiences with MRI guided catheter ablation procedures are depicted. In this context advantages, challenges and limitations of real-time MRI guided catheter ablation as well as future perspectives are discussed.
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Metadata
Title
Catheter Ablation Guided by Real-Time MRI
Authors
Charlotte Eitel
Gerhard Hindricks
Matthias Grothoff
Matthias Gutberlet
Philipp Sommer
Publication date
01-08-2014
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Cardiology Reports / Issue 8/2014
Print ISSN: 1523-3782
Electronic ISSN: 1534-3170
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11886-014-0511-6

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